Hasui Kawase, "Rain at Maekawa"

A deeply atmospheric work showing a gloomy and rainy night with a figure braving the rain on a tree-lined street. The intense, localized light from the houses reflecting on the ground below brightens an otherwise dark composition.

Date: 1932
Size: Oban
Early edition (6mm seal)
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo
Condition: Some light toning, otherwise fine/excellent color and condition
Frame Shown: 16" x 24" x 1/2", Classic Wood, Clear Walnut

Hasui Kawase (1883-1957) is one of Japan's most important artists to emerge from the shin-hanga era. His prints are recognized throughout the world, with many of his woodblock prints elevating to icons of art and design.